As Forbes Travel Guide editors, it’s our job not to tip our hands too much when it comes to our particular feelings for a hotel. But that’s not to say there aren’t occasions when we hear about a new property and simply can’t contain our excitement. The following newly opened or soon-to-open luxury hotels are those exceptional addresses that have us more than giddy to experience the decorative touches, prime location, delicious sounding cuisine or some delightful combination of all three.

Shangri-La, at the Fort, Manila

Business travelers should keep tabs on Shangri-La’s third Manila hotel, which will debut at the end of September. Set in the Bonifacio Global City financial district in an 820-foot-tall tower—one of the country’s largest—the 576-room property will have Horizon Club rooms (which give you lounge access, complimentary suit pressing and more) and the Philippine Stock Exchange will open next door in 2016. Another perk is its top-of-the-line sports club. The two-acre facility will have an NBA-grade basketball court, two tennis and squash courts, and a boxing gym.

With over 8,000 square meters of space, Kerry Sports Manila will be the largest indoor lifestyle and leisure destination in the city. Here's a sneak peek of one of the sections. At the left is the basketball court. We can't wait to dribble and shoot soon!